impeachment plot thickens as rivers assembly set on fire over threat to impeach Gov Fubara. armed men take over complex
Sunday night witnessed a shocking explosion at the Rivers State House of Assembly complex. Rivers State Governor, Siminialayi Fubara, and former Governor, Nyesom Wike. Allegations of a plan to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara surrounded the incident. Suspected arsonists reportedly threw an explosive into the complex at approximately 9:25pm, resulting in a fire that engulfed the building. Although Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson for the state police command, could not be reached on her mobile, a senior police officer confirmed the occurrence to our correspondent. According to our sources, various properties inside the chamber were destroyed. [chamber after explosion] Speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the incident, the police officer claimed the incident had political motives. “Yes it is true. The fire occurred around 9:30pm or so. But...